Second Amendment Rally tonight at Morgan County Fairgrounds

ByRACHEL ALEXANDER Times Editor

Posted:
07/17/2013 02:01:01 PM MDT

Those wishing to learn more about the status of a lawsuit filed by a group of Colorado sheriffs opposing gun legislation signed by Gov. Hickenlooper this year are invited to attend rally tonight at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Brush.

Hosted by the Independence Institute, the rally will feature a presentation from David Kopel, a research director for the Institute and the attorney of record for the 55 Colorado Sheriffs who are challenging the Constitutionality of the state's newest gun laws.

Joining Kopel will be Morgan County Sheriff Jim Crone, Weld County Sheriff John Cooke, Larimer county Sheriff Justin Smith, El Paso County Sheriff Terry Maketa, Logan County Sheriff Chad Day and Gilpin County Sheriff Bruce Hartman.

"This is for people who are interested in Second Amendment rights and the Colorado legislation," Kopel said. "It's a great opportunity to learn in detail about the lawsuits brought by groups like the sheriffs and the Colorado Farm Bureau against the new gun laws in Colorado."

Hickenlooper signed three pieces of gun legislation into law on March 21. The bills include a ban on large-capacity ammunition magazines and a requirement for universal background checks related to fire arms.

The sheriffs, and others, filed suit in federal court claiming the laws infringe on Second Amendment rights.

Kopel will provide an update on the status of the lawsuit during tonight's rally.

The rally will run 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Fairgrounds. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door. Hamburger or Brat with chips and a drink will be available for $4.